When and how often should I feed my puppy?

Start by determining the amount of food your puppy needs daily, then divide the food equally into 3 or 4 servings. For those between 8 and 12 weeks old, it is generally recommended to feed them four times daily, while those between 3 – 6 months old can be fed about three times per day.

How much should I feed my puppy?

Breed size and calorie content, among other things, should factor into how much food you give your puppy. Nevertheless, food packages usually come with a recommended feeding amount based on a dog’s weight. You can start with that and then adjust later to keep your dog from undereating or overeating.

Can I feed my puppy regular dog food?

While once or twice may not be harmful to their growth, it is not advisable to steadily feed your puppy regular adult dog food. Puppy food is specially formulated to meet their nutritional needs at that stage and feeding them regular dog food trumps that. Even worse, feeding adult dog food to a growing pup long-term may cause your furbaby certain health issues down the road.

How long should a puppy eat puppy food?

This is entirely dependent on your puppy’s breed. While it is safe to transition smaller animals to adult food between 9 – 12 months, medium to large sizes should begin at 12 – 18 months. When in doubt, consult an animal nutritionist or vet, and keep in mind that it is safer to switch late rather than too soon.